VINNIE'S PIZZA SAUCE

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Categories     Tomato     Sauce

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes
1 can 28-oz whole peeled tomatoes, pureed until smooth
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 bunch whole basil leaves, divided, 1/2 reserved for topping
2 cups full fat mozzarella, shredded
1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, over medium-low heat, add the olive oil and butter.
  • Once butter is melted, add the garlic, oregano, chili flakes, and salt.
  • Cook, stirring occasionally, until very fragrant and garlic begins to melt, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomatoes, sugar and basil sprigs.
  • Simmer until reduced by half, about 1 hour.
  • Remove from heat and allow to cool.

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